User manual NETGEAR GS724T

[. . . ] NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, Auto Uplink, ProSafe and Everybody's connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of Netgear, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders. All rights reserved. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPTAmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. [. . . ] Tighten the screws with a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch in the rack. Page 13 of 20 Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets Step 3: Checking the Installation Before you apply power: o o o o Inspect the equipment thoroughly. Check cable routing to make sure cables are not damaged or creating a safety hazard. Be sure all equipment is mounted properly and securely. Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect devices to the switch's RJ-45 ports. Your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch contains Auto UplinkTM technology, which allows you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. Figure 4-2. Connecting Devices to the Switch Connect each device to an RJ-45 network port on the switch's front panel (see Figure 4-4). Use Category 5 (Cat5) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector to make these connections. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between the switch and the attached device to 100 m (328 ft). Step 5: Installing an SFP GBIC Module The following procedure describes how to install an SFP Gigabit Ethernet module in the switch's Gigabit module bays. If you do not want to install an SFP GBIC module at this time, skip this procedure. To install an SFP GBIC module: o Insert the SFP module into the SFP module bay. Press firmly to ensure the module seats into the connector. To install a second Gigabit Ethernet module, repeat this procedure Page 14 of 20 Figure 4-3. Installing a Gigabit Ethernet Module into GS724T Step 6: Applying AC Power NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switches do not have an ON/OFF switch; the only method of applying or removing AC power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord. Before you connect the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch. After you select an appropriate outlet, use the following procedure to apply AC power. Connect the female end of the supplied AC power adapter cable to the power receptacle on the back of the switch. Connect the 3-pronged end of the AC power adapter cable to a grounded 3-pronged AC outlet. When you apply power, the Power LED on the switch's front panel will be Green. If the Power LED does not go on, check that the power cable is plugged in correctly and that the power source is good. If this does not resolve the problem, refer to Appendix B, Troubleshooting. Step 7: Switch Management through a Web Browser or the PC Utility for Initial Configuration Your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the way it works. You can use the built-in RJ-45 Gigabit ports without using the management software. However, the management software can let you setup VLAN and Trunking features and also improve the efficiency of the switch and, as a result, improve its overall performance as well as the performance of your network. After you power-up the switch for the first time, you can configure it using a Web browser or a utility program called Smart Wizard Discovery. [. . . ] IP relates to the address of the end station to which data is being sent, as well as the address of the destination network. TCP/IP Traffic prioritization Unicast VLAN Giving time-critical data traffic a higher quality of service over other, non-critical data traffic. A logical association that allows users to communicate as if they were physically connected to a single LAN, independent of the actual physical configuration of the network. Page 17 of 20 APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch. Topics include: o Troubleshooting chart o Additional troubleshooting suggestions Troubleshooting Chart Table B-1 lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Cause No power is received Solution Check the power cord connections for the switch at the switch and the connected device. [. . . ]